Mariah Carey On American Idol: Will You Watch? Do You Care? Did You Faint When You Heard How Much She'll Make?

I know what you're thinking: the most exciting part of these singing shows has become the diva-chase. But the 12-year-old Fantasy diehard in me is pretty darn pumped about the news of Mariah Carey circling American Idol.

UPDATE: It's official! She's joining the show.

Ahem. The latest meal of celebrity-words is served... "I don't care who's going on what show, as long as it's not me..."

I was a big fan of J.Lo on Idol. (And I've said it before: I think it's time for Idol to go away, maybe only temporarily, to later be revived like a Disney vault movie.)

But since it's sticking around, here's what Mariah has in her corner: Mariah = voice. Period. Which is the point these shows are constantly trying to drive home. I gotta think that the original minter of such comments--Simon Cowell--will be cursing his luck if the divine Ms. Carey goes to his competitor.

Speaking of Simon and Co., check out his pet divas--Demi Lovato and Britney Spears--in this X Factor promo. Great to see them in action--it's definitely the burst of energy that show needs. (Also, I love how fainting, gasping or otherwise ER-bound contestants are the new black on singing shows.)

My real question is this, though: can ANYTHING bring you back to American Idol? Would Mariah do it? Hmm? What if I can guarantee a reunion with Boyz II Men?

I'll put a call into the negotiations.

UPDATE: It's official: Mariah is definitely joining the Idol crew! Are you excited?

What do you think about this development? Will you watch Idol with Mariah?